Chris Brown’s Charge Reduced to Misdemeanor Assault

Chris Brown dodged a bullet today, after his assault charge was reduced from a felony to a misdemeanor following an altercation over the weekend.

Earlier today the singer appeared in a Washington, D.C. courtroom wearing shackles and handcuffs, where he pleaded not guilty.

According to TMZ, it’s not clear who initiated the altercation or who punched the alleged victim, The original police report said Brown’s bodyguard was responsible, which would explain why the charge against Chris has been reduced.